Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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